Study of profitability of organization of tourism routes (on the example of Sheki-Zagatala Economic Region of Azerbaijan)

Effective tourism route organization can significantly boost profitability for tour operators by leveraging collective excursion models, but success hinges on meticulous cost analysis and market adaptation. A study focusing on Azerbaijan's Sheki-Zagatala region demonstrates that rent per tour—calculated using main and variable expenditures alongside company income—serves as a robust metric for evaluating profitability. The research analyzed existing and recommended routes, assessing their natural and man-made recreational resources while offering actionable recommendations to enhance tour organization. By integrating prior measuring, planned measuring, individual calculation, and rent per tour methods, the study provides a practical framework for tour operators to optimize profitability in competitive tourism markets.

Karimov, R., & Dargahov, V. (2015). Study of profitability of organization of tourism routes (on the example of Sheki-Zagatala Economic Region of Azerbaijan). Copernican Journal of Finance & Accounting, 4(1), 71. https://doi.org/10.12775/cjfa.2015.005